Children Team Leader

Nightingale Hammerson; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Newmarket is seeking a Team Leader to support and lead a dedicated team. The role involves ensuring high-quality care for children and young people, overseeing care plans, and managing safeguarding concerns. The ideal candidate has leadership experience in a care environment and a relevant qualification. This position offers competitive pay rates and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Career progression opportunities

Employee well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare or a similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of residential support workers.
• Ensuring the highest standard of care for children and young people.
• Overseeing care plans, risk assessments, and daily records.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards it

Job description

Overview

Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home Location: Newmarket Pay: £14.31 per hour (Days) | £15.69 per hour (Nights) Shifts: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM (Days) or 8:00 PM – 8:30 AM (Nights) Full-time & Part-time positions available

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the leadership skills to support a dedicated team in a children’s residential home? If so, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of residential support workers
• Ensuring the highest standard of care for children and young people
• Promoting independence, emotional well-being, and social development
• Overseeing care plans, risk assessments, and daily records
• Managing safeguarding concerns and responding appropriately
• Supporting staff development through training, guidance, and supervision
• Working closely with external professionals and families

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in residential childcare or a similar setting
• Leadership or supervisory experience within a care environment
• A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Passion for making a positive impact in young people’s lives

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Employee well-being initiatives, including mental health support
• Additional benefits and incentives

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, apply today!

Salary / Benefits

From: £14.17 To: £15.69 per hour